Comont, Richard
RSPB Spotlight Bumblebees
- ISBN 13:
- 9781472966650
- author:
- Comont, Richard
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Wildlife
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 14.8 centimetres (0.27 kg)
- Genre:
- Science, Nature, Animals
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Bumblebees: A Spotlight on UK Species This comprehensive guide explores all 24 species of bumblebees found in the UK, examining their biology and lifestyles. From the emergence of spring queens to the drone swarms that signal the end of the season, Richard Comont delves into the fascinating world of these iconic insects. The book also considers the impact of human activity on bumblebee populations, highlighting the dangers of their decline and the importance of conservation efforts. With a global perspective, Comont examines how bumblebees are studied around the world, including in the southern hemisphere where European species can become invasive.
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